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Whirlpool Awe 2217
Whirlpool Awe 2217
CONTENTS
DEFINITION OF USE BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE PREPARATION OF THE WASHING DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES CLEANING THE FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT AND HANDLING INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
DEFINITION OF USE
This washing machine is exclusively destined to wash machine washable laundry in quantities which are usual for private households. Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart when using the washing machine. Keep these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing machine to another person, also give him/her Instructions for Use and Programme Chart.
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2.Packing
The packaging materials are 100% recyclable and bear the recycling symbol . Adhere to local regulations when disposing of packaging material.
5.General recommendations
Do not leave the washing machine connected when not in use. Turn off the tap. Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance switch off the washing machine and disconnect it from the mains supply.
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Stain removal
Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances are generally removed by the enzyme phase of the programme. To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit stains etc. add a stain remover to the main wash chamber of the detergent dispenser. Particularly stubborn stains should be treated before the wash.
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Dosage
Follow the instructions on the detergent pack in relation to: the degree and type of soiling; the size of the load; - full load: follow the detergent manufacturers instructions; - half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full load; - minimum load (about 1 kg): half the amount used for a full load; water hardness in your area (ask for information from your water company): soft water requires less detergent than hard water. Notes: Too much detergent can result in excess foam formation, and the reduction of washing efficiency.If the washing machine detects excessive foam it may prevent spinning. Insufficient detergent may result in: grey laundry, deposits on the drum, tub and heater. When using concentrated fabric softeners, add water in the detergents dispenser up to MAX level mark. To prevent dispensing problems when using highly concentrated powder and liquid detergents, use the special detergent ball or bag supplied with the detergent and place it inside the drum.
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Lid seal
Check the condition of the lid seal periodically and clean it from time to time with a damp cloth.
Appliance interior
After each washing, leave the lid open for some time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry. If you never or seldom wash your laundry at 95C, we recommend to occasionally run a 95C programme without laundry, adding a small amount of detergent, to keep the interior of the appliance clean.
Filter
Check and clean the filter regularly, at least 3 or 4 times a year (see Cleaning the Filter/ Draining Residual Water).
Do not use flammable fluids for cleaning the appliance. Recovering an object that falls between the drum and the tub
If an object accidentally falls between the drum and the tub, you can recover it thanks to one of the removable drum blades: 1. Unplug the washing machine. 2. Remove the laundry from the drum. 3. Close the drum flaps and turn the drum a half-turn. 4. Using a screw-driver, press on the plastic end while sliding the blade from left to right. 5. It will fall into the drum. 6. Open the drum: you can recover the object through the hole in the drum. 7. Refit the blade from inside the drum: Position the plastic tip above the hole on the right side of the drum. 8. Then slide the plastic blade from right to left until it clips. 9. Close the drum flaps again, turn the drum through half a turn and check the positioning of the blade at all its anchorage points. 10. Plug the washing machine in again.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Your washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and allow you to react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be removed within a few minutes. Problem Causes, Solutions, Tips
Appliance does not start, Plug is not properly inserted in socket. no indicator lamps are on Socket or fuse does not function correctly (use a table lamp or similar appliance to test it). Appliance does not start although Start/Pause has been pressed Lid is not properly closed. The Lock buttons function has been activated (if available on your model). To unlock the buttons, push temperature and spin speed button simultaneously and hold them at least for 3 seconds. The key symbol on the display disappears and the programme can be started.
Appliance stops during the Rinse hold option is activated (if available on your model) and programme, and the (Rinse hold) lights up in the programme sequence indicator Start/Pause light flashes terminate Rinse hold by pressing Start/Pause or by choosing and starting Drain. Programme has been changed - reselect desired programme and press Start/Pause. Programme has been interrupted and eventually lid has been opened close lid and restart programme by pressing Start/Pause. The appliances safety system has been activated (see Description of red indications). Water tap is not opened or water inlet hose is kinked (Water tap closed indication lights up). Detergent dispenser Detergent dispenser is not properly installed, or detergent dispenser is contains residues from blocked (see Care and Maintenance). detergent/additives at end Filter in the water inlet hose is blocked (see Care and Maintenance). of wash Appliance vibrates during Washing machine is not level; the feet are not properly adjusted (see spin cycle Installation). The transport bracket has not been removed; before using the washing machine, the transport bracket must be removed. Final spin results are poor The appliance has an imbalance detection and correction system. If individual heavy items are loaded (e.g. bathrobes), this system may reduce the spin speed automatically or even interrupt the spin completely in order to protect the washing machine. Heavy items prevented spinning; add smaller articles of laundry and repeat spin cycle. Excessive foam formation prevented spinning; select and start Rinse & Spin programme. Avoid excessive detergent dosing (see Detergents and Additives). Variable spin button (if available on your model) has been set to a low spin speed, or No spin option (if available on your model) has been activated. Programme time is some longer/shorter than initially displayed (only for appliances having a display which indicates the remaining programme time) Normal capacity of the appliance to adapt to factors that can have an effect on the wash programme time, e.g.: excess of foam formation, load imbalance due to heavy items of laundry, prolonged heating time resulting from reduced inlet water temperature. Due to such influences, the programme time is recalculated and updated if necessary. On certain displays (depending on the model), an animation appears during such update periods. GB 12
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Indication on display (if fitted on your machine) bdd (in case your washing machine has no display: all lamps of the programme sequence indicator light up)
Description Causes Solutions Appliance stops during the programme. Drum flaps open (the drum flaps have not been closed properly). Push the Reset button for at least 3 seconds and wait until the Door open lights up. Open lid and close drum flaps, then select and start desired programme again. If fault persists, notify our After-Sales Service. Electrical module fault Select and start Drain programme or push Reset button for at least 3 seconds. Water level too high (after programme cancellation or false operating). Switch off appliance and then switch it on again, select programme Drain and start within 15 sec. Waterstop fault Switch off appliance, pull out mains plug and turn water tap off. Tilt appliance forward carefully to allow collected water to flow out from the bottom. Then: Plug in the appliance again. Turn the water tap on (if water immediately flows into the appliance without the appliance being started, there is a failure; turn off the tap and notify After-Sales Service). Select and start the desired programme again. Overfoaming Too much foam interrupted the wash programme. Select and start Rinse & Spin programme . Afterwards select and start desired programme again, using less detergent. If faults persist, unplug the appliance, turn off the water tap and contact our After-Sales Service (see next chapter).
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FA Service
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If your washing machine has no time display, check which of the previously described situations could be the origin of the fault and follow the corresponding instructions.
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1. Try to remedy the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting Guide). 2. Restart the programme to check whether the problem has solved itself. 3. If the machine continues to function incorrectly, call After-Sales Service.
Specify:
The nature of the problem. The exact model of the washing machine. The service code (number after the word SERVICE).
The After-Sales Service sticker is situated behind the filter cover or on the rear of the machine. Your full address. Your telephone number and area code. As a priority, you should contact the After-Sales Service of the retailer who supplied you with the washing machine.
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INSTALLATION
Removal of transport bracket
The washing machine is fitted with a transport bracket to avoid any possible damage during transport. IMPORTANT: Before using the washing machine, the transport bracket at the back MUST be removed. 1. Unscrew the two screws A and the four screws B with a flat screwdriver or a No. 8 hex nut box spanner. 2. Remove the transport bracket. 3. Replace the four outer screws B on the machine and tighten them. 4. Clip the two seals C supplied into the openings D of the washing machine. Note: do not forget to replace and tighten the four outer screws.
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Install the washing machine on a level surface, near to electrical, water and drain connections. If the floor is uneven, adjust the feet (do not insert pieces of wood, cardboard etc. under the feet): 1. Loosen the locknut using the wrench provided. 2. Adjust the height of the feet by hand. 3. Retighten the locknut by turning it anti-clockwise. Make sure that the feet are resting correctly on the floor and that the washing machine is perfectly level and stable (use a spirit level). The washing machine can be installed in an area 40 cm wide and 63 cm deep. Note: if you install the machine on thick carpet, adjust the feet to ensure that there is sufficient space under the machine for the air to circulate.
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If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose of the same size and secure the unions with screw-on hose clips. Maximum overall drain hose length: 2.50 m. Maximum drain height (U bend): 100 cm. Minimum drain height: 55 cm. Important: Make sure there are no kinks in the drain hose and take precautions against it falling while the washing machine is running.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets. Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations. 1) Warning - this washing machine must be earthed This washing machine is normally supplied with a mains lead having a plug fitted in the factory which has been checked for correct earth continuity. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, or if the machines mains lead is not fitted with a plug, you should fit a suitable new, good quality plug by following the instructions in (2) below. Any unsuitable plug should be cut off and disposed of in order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a socket. 2) CONNECTION TO A REWIRABLE PLUG - to be carried out only by a qualified electrician The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE - NEUTRAL (N) BROWN - LIVE (L) GREEN AND YELLOW - EARTH (E) To fit a new plug, proceed as follows: 2.1 Polarized Plugs (e.g. 3 pin, 13 amp plug conforming to BS 1363A) a. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured green and yellow. b. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured blue. c. The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured brown.
2.2) Non-polarized plugs (e.g. 2 pin with side earth contact) The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the earth contact. The other two wires should be connected to the two pins, irrespective of colour. FUSE REPLACEMENT If the mains lead of this washing machine is fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug, replace the fuse only with an A.S.T.A. approved type conforming to BS 1362 and proceed as follows: Remove the fuse cover (A) and the fuse (B). Fit the replacement 13 A fuse into the fuse cover. Refit both into the plug. For all other types of plug, the supply socket should be protected by a 16 A fuse or circuit breaker at the distribution board.
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